[Taichung, Sep. 8th,2023] – The Department of Language and Literacy Education at National Taichung University of Education (NTCU) proudly announced the successful conclusion of "The 7th Global Chinese Language Education Forum," a prestigious gathering of scholars and experts from diverse fields, held on September 8th. This esteemed event brought together thought leaders to deliberate on the multifaceted aspects of global Chinese language education.

     With an impressive turnout, the forum draw the participation of 66 esteemed scholars dedicated to exploring the present landscape and future evolution of Chinese language education in the post-pandemic era. Deliberations centered on identifying challenges, harnessing opportunities, and fostering excellence in Chinese language education curriculum theory and practice.

     Highlighting the forum's academic significance, Professor Chiao-Yu Tsai and Professor Ying Liu (NTCU) unveiled their latest publication titled "Essential Business Chinese for Foreigners." Additionally, Professor Cheng-Cheng Yang (National Chiayi University) delivered a comprehensive overview of the current higher education landscape. Meanwhile, Professor Qun Zhang (National Taichung University of Science and Technology) introduced innovative teaching strategies in language education curriculum, probing the impact of ChatGPT on technology acceptance and learning outcomes in Chinese language teacher training. Beyond these enlightening keynote presentations, the forum featured a platform for attendees to actively engage in discussions and knowledge exchange through poster presentations.

     The 7th Global Chinese Language Education Forum 2023 was marked by spirited participation from educators spanning various backgrounds and inclusion of our university's esteemed faculty and students. Their collective commitment and fervent involvement contributed significantly to the forum's resounding success.